Taught course

Senior Leadership (Senior Leader Apprenticeship)

Institution
University of Portsmouth · School of Organisations, Systems and People
Qualifications
PGDip

Entry requirements

A second-class honours degree or equivalent, including professional qualifications, not necessarily in a business related subject, plus at least 3 years of work experience at a professional or managerial level. Alternatively, applicants without formal qualifications, but with a minimum of 5 years of management experience, are welcome to apply.
Applicants aged 16-18 must have acceptable Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths, such as GCSE with grade C/4 or above or Functional Skills. If you do not have acceptable qualifications, you will be required to obtain this. Those aged 19 and over are only subject to these requirements if you or your employer choose for you to study towards English and Maths qualifications, which will be funded. Please note that you may still be required to evidence accepted Level 2 qualifications for the course, as part of academic assessment.
Equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications will also be considered, such as previous study, employment, voluntary work and training courses, including courses and qualifications you didn't complete. Learn more about our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Months of entry

January, May

Course content

Overview

Senior leaders represent their organisations at the highest level, navigating relationships with clients, supply chains, and regulatory bodies. To be effective, they need the skills to influence, adapt, and drive meaningful change.

Our PgDip Senior Leadership apprenticeship builds on your existing experience and knowledge, sharpening your leadership approach and expanding your strategic insight. Designed for mid to senior-level managers, it equips you to apply your insight in real-world business environments, strengthening your impact across your organisation and industry networks.

Many of our graduates have progressed to roles as chief executives, global directors, and successful entrepreneurs. Others have chosen to build on their expertise by continuing their studies with our MBA Senior Leadership (Top-Up).

Course highlights

  • Take part in practical, outcomes-based learning which will develop practical skills that translate directly into your leadership approach, turning knowledge into action
  • Balance study with your career on this part-time, two-year programme
  • Navigate the strategic and ethical challenges of modern leadership, understanding the real impact of your decisions
  • Learn from lecturers with wide ranging experience who are currently active in education research
  • Access our Library resources, including electronic resources which you can access from anywhere with a web connection
  • Receive and discuss feedback with lecturers and other students
  • Network with other students on the course to share ideas, knowledge, experience and contacts across a diverse range of different industries

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • PGDip
    part time
    24 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
University Admissions Centre
Email
admissions@port.ac.uk
Phone
+44 (0)23 9284 5566